Radish Hummus

Radish Hummus is a vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic dip, combining the peppery bite of radishes with creamy tahini and chickpeas. This low-carb snack is perfect for dipping veggies or spreading on low-carb crackers.

Ingredients

• Radishes - 200 grams, trimmed and quartered
• Canned chickpeas - 100 grams, drained and rinsed
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Place the quartered radishes in a pot of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. In a food processor, combine the cooked radishes, chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and water.
3. Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving bowl.
5. Serve the radish hummus with fresh vegetable sticks or low-carb crackers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Radishes are low in calories and high in fiber, supporting digestive health.
• Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

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